Money Lab
Personal finance, investing & wealth
Hosted by Veronica Francis · New episodes daily
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The Heavy Cost of Clutter: Finding Peace in Minimalism | Money Lab
In this episode of Money Lab, host Veronica Francis explores the hidden financial and psychological costs of clutter, arguing that minimalism is a critical component of personal finance and wealth building. This episode moves beyond…
The Quiet Pride of Fixing Things: Why Repair Beats Replace | Money Lab
In this episode of Money Lab, host Veronica Francis explores the profound connection between physical repair and financial wealth. She argues that the modern culture of replacement—where broken items are discarded for new ones—creates a…
The Interview Outfit Trap: Why You're Overpaying for Hope | Money Lab
In this episode of Money Lab, host Veronica Francis dissects the 'Interview Outfit Trap'—the common but costly habit of spending hundreds of dollars on new professional attire before securing a job offer. This analysis is designed for job…
Why Expensive Clothes Feel Like Armor (And What It Really Costs) | Money Lab
In this episode of Money Lab, host Patrice Bree explores the psychological and financial intersection of fashion and self-worth, specifically addressing why expensive clothes often feel like necessary armor. This discussion is designed for…
Maxed Card, Sick Pup: How to Handle Emergency Vet Bills Without Panic | Money Lab
Facing a maxed-out credit card while your pet needs urgent veterinary care is one of the most stressful financial emergencies a pet owner can face. This episode of Money Lab, hosted by Veronica Francis, provides a calm, step-by-step guide…
The Guilt of Enjoying a Vacation Funded by Debt | Money Lab
In this episode of Money Lab, host Marilyn Shepherd explores the heavy emotional burden known as 'the guilt of enjoying a vacation funded by debt.' This conversation is specifically designed for women who struggle with financial anxiety…
The Pain of Watching Your Money Double: Why Regret Feels Like Loss | Money Lab
In this episode of Money Lab, host Veronica Francis explores the complex and often painful emotion of financial regret—specifically, the sting of watching an investment double in value after you hesitated or said no. This is not just about…
Why Planning Your Funeral Feels Like Cheating on Life (And Why It’s Actually Love) | Money Lab
In this episode of Money Lab, host Veronica Francis dismantles the deep-seated guilt and anxiety surrounding funeral planning, reframing it not as a morbid act of giving up on life, but as a profound expression of love and financial…